News for Restaurants in Orange County, CA November 2017 Archive

Richard Blais’ chef-driven fast-casual chicken joint, The Crack Shack, has opened its doors in Costa Mesa. Situated on the city’s compact, hipster-luring 17th Street, the venue marks the third such eatery launched by the Top Chef All-Stars winner and the first opened outside of San Diego. Like the other locations, the OC iteration specializes in poultry items, from classic fried chicken to sandwiches of varying preparation, such as grilled or pollo asado. Slaws, fries and snacks like deviled eggs are also served, as are cocktails and craft beers. Lunch & Dinner daily. The Crack Shack, 196 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa, CA 92627, 949-383-5040.

Amar Santana, the executive chef-owner of Broadway by Amar Santana and Vaca, is launching his third Orange County culinary concept. The new venture, named The Hall, is a globally-inspired food hall and marketplace set inside South Coast Plaza. The venue marks a return to the legendary shopping center for the one-time "Top Chef" finalist, who worked at the former Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale’s before embarking on his semi-eponymous eatery. The Hall is scheduled to open at the tail-end of 2018. The Hall, South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, CA 92626, no phone.

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Anaheim White House Re-Opening NewsAnaheim White House is now accepting reservations for its highly anticipated re-launch. Owned and operated by OC chef and philanthropist Bruno Serato, the newly-renovated restaurant is slated to open its doors in Spring 2018, one year after a fire caused severe damage to the property. Reservations can be made by calling 714-772-1381 or e-mailing [email protected] Anaheim White House, 887 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805, 714-772-1381.

Restaurant Marin, the upscale diner concept in Costa Mesa’s South Coast Collection center, has closed its doors. The venue, which is a sister of the SOCO restaurant ARC Food & Libations, will be transformed into a casual pizza restaurant dubbed Arc Wood-Fired Pizza. Owners Marin and Noah Von Blom have plans to incorporate Marin’s popular breakfast menu as part of Arc Butcher & Baker, a new restaurant and retail shop planned to open in Newport Beach in 2018. Restaurant Marin, South Coast Collection, 3321 Hyland Ave., Ste. G, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, no phone.